Social Worker I

Society for Social Work and Research; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensing support & CEU reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

The Social Worker I at Westside Federation of Senior & Supportive Housing works autonomously to build 1:1 relationships with residents and provide a comprehensive range of social work services to support safe, independent living.

The role emphasizes licensing support: MSW level staff are encouraged to obtain licensure with WSFSSH paying for study courses and licensing exams, plus supervised clinical guidance and paths to LMSW/LCSW as part of career development.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Good organizational ability, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in aging population and supporting residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with obtaining and maintaining medical and mental health services.
• Establish and maintain family and social relationships.
• Budgeting and income maintenance to ensure on-time rent payments.
• Provide crisis intervention services and individual counseling.
• Coordinate in-house and community referrals for social activities.
• Maintain thorough case records and participate in supervision meetings.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

MSW or MA in human services

English fluency

Job description

SocialWorker I

WSFSSH MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of WSFSSH is to provide safe, affordable, senior housing that integrates compassionate property management with supportive services to enhance the independence and dignity of each resident. WSFSSH creates and preserves affordable housing while supporting the development of healthy neighborhoods.

JOB SUMMARY

The Social Worker I is expected to work autonomously while developing 1:1 relationships with the residents. This relationship will enable the Social Worker I to provide a comprehensive range of social work services to the residents and enable the residents to establish and maintain safe and independent lifestyles in the community.

WSFSSH strongly supports M.S.W. level social workers obtaining their licensing. We offer study groups for staff who are preparing to take their exam. WSFSSH will also pay for a study course if needed, and pays for up to 2 licensing exams, as well as registration/licensing fees.

Once a MSW staff member has obtained their LMSW, WSFSSH will cover reasonably priced CEU credits in order to meet licensing requirements. In addition, WSFSSH will provide weekly clinical supervision by a LCSW, and because WSFSSH is a waivered agency with the NYS Education Department, a LMSW's work experience will count towards their LCSW. Typically, after 3 years of full time employment, a LMSW will be eligible to apply for their LCSW. Similarly, WSFSSH will cover testing and licensing fees to obtain the clinical license, and when LCSW is obtained, WSFSSH will cover the cost of CEUs to maintain the license.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist residents with:
  • Obtaining and maintaining appropriate medical and mental health services, entitlements and home care.
  • Establishing and/or maintaining family and social relationships
  • Budgeting, income maintenance etc. to ensure on-time payment of rent
  • Money management
• Provide:
  • Crisis intervention services as needed
  • Client appointment escorts as needed
  • Individual counseling
• Through in-house and community referrals, assist residents in participating in socialization activities.
• Follow up with resident and other service providers during out of facility stays such as hospitalizations and/or short-term rehabilitation placements.
• Oversee the discharge planning process for residents as applicable, including the completion of all necessary discharge forms and/or applications to other facilities.
• Provision of group work services for residents, including recreational, educational and/or clinical group work.
• Participate in the intake process of prospective residents as assigned.
• Share information about resident progress, needs, and problems with other staff as appropriate, guided by the WSFSSH Confidentiality Policy.
• Complete non-reportable and reportable incident reports as assigned.
• Maintain competency in software and data bases as required.
• Implement emergency procedures as necessary.
• Attend supervision meetings, team meetings and staff meetings.
• Maintain thorough case records, including case notes, support plans and psychosocial histories within the time frames required by WSFSSH and the contract/regulatory agencies where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good organizational ability, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Desire or interest in working and supporting an aging population

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS

• MSW or MA in human services field with a minimum of two years social work experience
• Fluency in written and oral English required; bilingual a plus
• Experience with older adults and people with mental illness and/or substance use preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, sitting or standing for long periods of time, heavy computer usage.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

Benefit Overview

Westside Federation of Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (B) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Short-term and Long- term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and Time Off that includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays, accrued Vacation and Sick Time.

EEO Policy or Statement

WSFSSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based upon employees' qualifications without discrimination, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm

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